Turn downtown Omaha into a playful holiday playground with the Holly Jolly Hunt app. In about an hour you’ll photograph seasonal finds, perform silly tasks, and compete on a live leaderboard while exploring Old Market and the riverfront.
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The glow of shop windows and strings of lights guide your steps through Omaha’s Old Market as your phone buzzes with the first clue. The Holly Jolly Hunt turns ordinary streets into a gameboard: storefront wreaths, unexpected holiday displays, and playful challenges that ask you to snap a photo or perform a short task for points.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires short periods of walking and standing.
Wildlife
History
Omaha grew up around the Missouri River and the 19th-century stockyards; Old Market preserves the brick streets of that mercantile past while the riverfront reflects modern redevelopment.
Conservation
Stick to sidewalks and public spaces when photographing displays, and dispose of any trash — urban litter and light pollution are concerns near the river and in historic districts.
Reserve your spot on the Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Omaha with Holly Jolly Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a portable phone charger
The game runs through your phone camera and GPS; a small battery pack keeps your team from losing points to a dead battery.
Dress in layers for riverfront wind
Temperatures can fall quickly near the Missouri River; a light jacket or windbreaker makes evening play more comfortable.
Mind private property and displays
Some items may be on private storefronts — photograph from the public sidewalk and avoid disturbing decorations.
Start during late afternoon light
Beginning near golden hour gives you softer photos and lets you finish into festive evening illumination.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, capture clues, and submit scores.
Portable phone charger
Keeps devices powered through GPS, photo, and app use.
Comfortable walking shoes
Flat, supportive shoes make an hour of pavement and cobbled streets easy.
Weather-appropriate outer layer
A windbreaker or coat is useful for cold, breezy nights along the riverfront.
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